GQ Story on Arnel and Journey

[Saint John]

But you have to admit, when it comes to making comments on ex bandmates, he's always come across with more class than Schon.

It's probably much easier to maintain your composure when you were the "fucker" and not the "fuckee."

[Deb]

Augeri was given the chance of a lifetime and made millions of dollars. He was ultimately let go because he could no longer perform, not because they wanted to replace him. Jeff was paid to finish a tour and was then released. To the best of my knowledge he had no longterm contract, so I'm not sure how you could fire a guy that's not in the band! Journey decided after said tour that they wanted to go in a different direction vocally and thanked Jeff for his time and services. End of story.

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

[Ftloperry]

Perry, who’s finally started working on his first album of new material since leaving Journey

Wasn't Steve's new material since leaving Journey "For the Love of Strange Medicine"......could the interviewer have his facts wrong or did he post this to just get reactions that he talked to Steve?

[Saint John]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

[Deb]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

Nah, just informing you of the word "official" baby. You made it sound like Jeff was never officially Journey's frontman.

[Deb]

But you have to admit, when it comes to making comments on ex bandmates, he's always come across with more class than Schon.

It's probably much easier to maintain your composure when you were the "fucker" and not the "fuckee."

Schon's been doing his fair share of f*cking people over lately.

[DrFU]

Deano and others crossed paths with he who shall not be named in Vegas

Ugh...that was a memorable experience. After such a kind exchange with Deen Castronovo and his family, you're right, he literally sucked the fun out of the room. A completely unsolicited altercation. What's wrong with that guy, Allen?

Heck, for those of us that weren't in attendance,
does anyone have any pix of he who shall not be named???
Cuz if it's the JT I'm thinking of, I would LOVE to see a pic of this guy

I snapped this pic of his best side at a meet 'n greet in New Orleans...

[Andrew]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

[Saint John]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

Nah, just informing you of the word "official" baby. You made it sound like Jeff was never officially Journey's frontman.

Your definition and my definition obviously differ. I can see a guy that was paid to only finish a tour when I see one. You obviously can't. Additionally, an "official" frontman would have recorded original music.

[Lula]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

hey! they totally pinky swore!!

okay, must chime in.... the tour was extended and then over, jeff was still there. he did what he could with that winds song... he was an official singer of the band. does it hurt to realize that? lol

[LazzMan]

I get a slightly different take from Steve Perry, who calls from his home near San -Diego. Perry, who’s finally started working on his first album of new material since leaving Journey, ”

Did anyone notice this???

Hopefully, it sounds better than this :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DY1LSm9K5fI

What's wrong with this? OK, it's in a lower key and his backup singers stink but, I didn't see anything wrong with this for a live show recorded with a cheap, mono, 90's style 8mm camcorder. Did you ever see Augeri perform that song with Journey? I'd take Perry's version any day.

[tammy]

I liked this article...it's more open than I expected & long - I thought it might just be a blurb on Journey. As always I get excited when I read Steve Perry actual words...and, am I dreaming or did I read "working on new album" ?? I'm afraid to hope.

[conversationpc]

Your definition and my definition obviously differ. I can see a guy that was paid to only finish a tour when I see one. You obviously can't. Additionally, an "official" frontman would have recorded original music.

Huh? He was announced as the official new lead singer. End of story. He may not have recorded new music with the band but he was most certainly official. It was announced on their official site's main page. End of story.

[Deb]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

Nah, just informing you of the word "official" baby. You made it sound like Jeff was never officially Journey's frontman.

Your definition and my definition obviously differ. I can see a guy that was paid to only finish a tour when I see one. You obviously can't. Additionally, an "official" frontman would have recorded original music.

You're right, our defs definitely differ then.

[Carlitto H@kk]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling. What's your next argument? That they "pinky swore?"

Nah, just informing you of the word "official" baby. You made it sound like Jeff was never officially Journey's frontman.

Your definition and my definition obviously differ. I can see a guy that was paid to only finish a tour when I see one. You obviously can't. Additionally, an "official" frontman would have recorded original music.

Funny thing is, Dan, Scon, Cain and Soto were all talking up what they had in store for us
once Jeff was "officially" named Journey's new lead singer.

All of us were ready for that, even Jeff, until Cronin let the cat out of the bag

But hey, it worked out well for all.
Jeff is happy, got some spotlight time he deserved, gained some fans
and Journey went out and found themselves a gem in Arnel...
Yes, I am really digging the guy.

It says a lot about a song when you can hear a 20 sec. clip once or twice
a week ago and it just sticks in your head.
i am excited as hell about this release, as well as Jeff's, Perry's (maybe) and
even something from Augeri...

Damn, this could literally be a Hella-Journey Year!

[Saint John]

But you have to admit, when it comes to making comments on ex bandmates, he's always come across with more class than Schon.

It's probably much easier to maintain your composure when you were the "fucker" and not the "fuckee."

Schon's been doing his fair share of f*cking people over lately.

Hey...groupees don't count!!!

[conversationpc]

But you have to admit, when it comes to making comments on ex bandmates, he's always come across with more class than Schon.

It's probably much easier to maintain your composure when you were the "fucker" and not the "fuckee."

Schon's been doing his fair share of f*cking people over lately.

Hey...groupees don't count!!!

Schon's getting to the age where he probably needs to take some of that botox-infused skin from his face and transplant it down below to get some extra lift, if you know what I mean.

[Deb]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

Forgive me, Andrew. But I just have too..............

[Saint John]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

Forgive me, Andrew. But I just have too..............

lol...you and them fucking emoticons!!! Just you wait til I figure out how to use them!!!

[RocknRoll]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

Forgive me, Andrew. But I just have too..............

Where do you find these? I love it.

[LazzMan]

Perry, who’s finally started working on his first album of new material since leaving Journey

Wasn't Steve's new material since leaving Journey "For the Love of Strange Medicine"......could the interviewer have his facts wrong or did he post this to just get reactions that he talked to Steve?

Nope, you're wrong. FTLOSM was before he re-joined to do TBF. He did have one new single, "I Stand Alone", off of the Vision Quest soundtrack and then Sony released "Greatest Hits + 5" as part of his agreement to get out of his contract with Sony. Otherwise no real new "Steve Perry" material. A couple of collaborations and background vocals but, nothing new.

Now, I'm not counting all of the Chicago White Sox stuff from three years ago.

[Deb]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

Forgive me, Andrew. But I just have too..............

Where do you find these? I love it.

This site. http://www.fancysplace.com/smileys/ Many more to choose from on the left too.

All you do is click on the smilie you want and copy the link it provides above............and paste it between these

Come on Danny, you can do it.

[DrFU]

Jeff was "officially" named as Journey's frontman.............so ya, he was "officially" fired.

Contracts are the only thing that count as "official," darling.

Dude, give up on this point PLEASE. There were contracts, there was a deal, there was an anouncment. It didn't last. Move on.

Wombat, as a fellow journalist, what did you think of the GQ story?

[stevew2]

That was the most retarded article I have read to to date .Augeri bailed out ??, to much stupid shit to even take the time to repeat,Stick a testical in your mouth Neal it will make more sense. Just another reason not to see Jurnne this year, Great

[Sarah]

Augeri was given the chance of a lifetime and made millions of dollars.

what

[bluejeangirl76]

LOL, obviously Schon wasn't shown Perry's quote. Seriously, Perry's just always had more class, period. I wouldn't think either one was given a heads up, probably just answered the questions posed of the them.

I think it was probably along the way of, "Neal Schon said this... what say you, sir?" It seems like a response to Neal, almost.

I see what you're saying about class, Deb, but just once I'd love to see Perry go, "You know what, fuck that little motherfucker. And please print that."

Not because I necessarily feel that way or anything. I just think it would be really funny.
And I'm all about the fun.

[Deb]

LOL, obviously Schon wasn't shown Perry's quote. Seriously, Perry's just always had more class, period. I wouldn't think either one was given a heads up, probably just answered the questions posed of the them.

I think it was probably along the way of, "Neal Schon said this... what say you, sir?" It seems like a response to Neal, almost.

I see what you're saying about class, Deb, but just once I'd love to see Perry go, "You know what, fuck that little motherfucker. And please print that."

Not becaaue I necessarily feel that way or anything. I just think it would be really funny.
And I'm all about the fun.

That would be funny.

[stevew2]

Schon just recently played a big part in firing Augeri and Jeff.

Augeri was given the chance of a lifetime and made millions of dollars. He was ultimately let go because he could no longer perform, not because they wanted to replace him. Jeff was paid to finish a tour and was then released. To the best of my knowledge he had no longterm contract, so I'm not sure how you could fire a guy that's not in the band! Journey decided after said tour that they wanted to go in a different direction vocally and thanked Jeff for his time and services. End of story.

What makes you think Steve A made millions of dollars??? That is bullshit.He should have, he sang for them oppurtunists for 8 years. They fucking used him till they counldnt get away with it any more, discraced him, let him take the blame,led Jeff on {like he was Journey s lead singer, and didnt have the balls to tell him {while he was the lead singer for them the same night} You know the story,Neal calls Steve P a motherfucker and you are still fluffing for Journey, You and anyone supporting this fiasco are lame and maybe gay.Neal needs a Magic Johnson enema in has ass before he does another interveiw

[Andrew]

Vrying opinions are more than welcome, but careful about the delivery there!

[brywool]

I get a slightly different take from Steve Perry, who calls from his home near San -Diego. Perry, who’s finally started working on his first album of new material since leaving Journey, ”

.
Did anyone notice this???

HOLY CRAP!!!!!

puhlease.... don't wet yourselves yet. He's been saying this forever...